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Three Kinds of Close Encounters
Three Kinds of Close Encounters
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Three Kinds of Close Encounters

2017
22m
Documentary

Status

Released

Release

2017

Runtime

22m

Storyline

This new extra begins with a look back at the movie's impact at the time it was made. It goes on to explore filmmaking techniques, the human character drama in the film, crafting key scenes, the film's terrors and tensions, John Williams' score, cast and performances, Spielberg's passion for Arrival, the film's legacy and the spirit it maintains today, and more. Speakers include Spielberg, J.J. Abrams, and Denis Villeneuve.

Score Distribution

Details

Status
Released
Runtime
22m
Sep 19, 2017
Director
Laurent Bouzereau
Laurent Bouzereau
Production
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Production Countries
United States of America

Top Cast

3 Cast Members

Steven Spielberg

Steven Spielberg

Self

Denis Villeneuve

Denis Villeneuve

Self

J.J. Abrams

J.J. Abrams

Self

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